2019
Renaissance
Society
Members
Ashley & Michael Born
e
Jean Turner Brewer
M & J Creekmore
Foundation Trust
Nancy & Roy
Campbell
Jennifer & Derek Emerson
Jan & Lawrence
Farrington
The Fenelon Family
Betsy & Jason
Greener
Danelle & Kendall
Garraway
Frenchie & Buddy Graham
Claudia & Robert Hauberg
Sarah & Randy
Hines
Nelma Hayes Ivey
Elta & Jim
Johnston
Melanie & John Lauderdale
The Dick Molpus Foundation
Mary Eliza & Howard McMillan
Natalie Maynor
Hollidae Morrison
Nina C. Moss
Jan & Billy
Mounger
Betsy & Bill Nation
Teri & Martin
Newcomb
Michelle & David Pharr
Roger Parkes & Pam Garman
Barbara & Barry Plunkett
Becky & Don
Potts
Pat & Joe Ross
Carol & Bill Sneed
Mary Linley & Andrew Sweat
Jimmye & Andy
Sweat
Julia Terry
Belmont & Frank Trapp
Vieux Carre
Apartments
Mary Alice & Donny White
Lisa Wigington &
Dr. Erin Dehon
Molly & Robert Walker
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Thanks to our
Renaissance
Society
Members
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For information
on how you can
become
a member of
the
Renaissance
Society
and
support
FRF,
click on the
button
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OPENING NIGHT
of the
8th Annual Juried Art Show
at
The Cedars
. The show can be viewed Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. through the month of September. This year's exhibition was juried by international award-winning artist
Laurin McCracken
and evolved from 300 entries from more than 100 artists across the state. This year's exhibition was underwritten by
Jan and Lawrence Farrington
and
Butler Snow, LLP
.
Click HERE for a list of winners
in each category.
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FRF Business Directory & Map needs your info
The
Fondren Business Directory and Map
is scheduled for distribution on November 1. Fondren Businesses and Services: to make sure your information is included and up-to-date, please complete the Directory Form below.
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Frances Fortner Mural
Now
a Fondren Landmark
The mural commissioned by
Laurilyn and Tom Fortner
is now an official landmark in the Fondren Business District on the south wall of Fondren Corner. The mural features a self-portrait created by the Fortners' daughter,
Frances
, who was killed in a May 2018 car accident.
Scott Allen of A Plus Signs & Creative, Inc
., spearheaded the project in conjunction with the Fondren Renaissance Foundation, with artistic input from
Laurilyn Fortner,
Frances' mother.
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Skateboarders tackle Fondren Hill on Saturday!
Slalom skateboarders from 9 states were in Fondren on Saturday, competing in the Luna Slalom Jam competition on Fondren Hill, sponsored by
Visit Mississippi
,
Swell-o-Phonic
,
Roosters
,
Visit Jackson
and
Browns Fine Art and Framing
.
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Symphony at Sunset returns for 18th Year
The
Mississippi Symphony Orchestra,
returns to
The Cedars
for its 18th outdoor concert on September 19th, with a full program of pops music and light classics. The concert is free to the public and made possible by the
Fondren Renaissance Foundation and Blue Cross.
Lawn opens at 6 p.m., concert begins at dusk, around 7 p.m.
This year's
Symphony at Sunset
will honor
Betsy and Bill Nation
for their many contributions to the Fondren community. The
Mary Jo McAnally Volunteer of the Year
recipients are
Jennifer and Derek Emerson
.
A number of corporate tables are available for $1,500 and include reserved seating for 8 with box dinners and libations with two reserved parking passes on the grounds of
The Cedars
. To reserve a corporate table,
EMAIL
by Friday, September 13.
The symphony will round out the evening with music from the Magnificent Seven, a tribute to Elvis Presley, compositions and arrangements by Henry Mancini and John Williams.
Blankets, chairs, picnics are welcome!
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The Cedars: It's not just for weddings
I
t's for parties, fund-raisers, family reunions or just hanging out with favorite friends on the front porch! With the holidays approaching, take advantage of our Viking kitchen to prepare your holiday feast. Call Cedars Curator, Kay at 601-953-8541 or
click here
for more information.
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Keeping Fondren Fabulous!
FRF accepts contributions of all sizes! Help us Keep Fondren Fabulous with a tax deductible contribution today!
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Calendar for September / October
September 10 - FRF Board Meeting
September 16 - Pizza in the Park (RSVP: rebecca@fondren.org)
September 19 - Symphony at Sunset, (lawn opens at 6 p.m., concert at dusk) The Cedars
September 24 - Street Captain meeting, 5:30 p.m. at The Cedars
September 26 - COPS, 5:30 p.m., Redeemer Church
October 15 - OFNA Public Meeting, 5:30 p.m., St. James (speakers: Robert Miller and Dr. Charles Williams)
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